Power Outlets Explained: Why There Are Different Plugs & Sockets In The World

Let’s talk Plug and Socket types For starters, there are presently about 15 (yes, FIFTEEN!) different types of and styles of plugs and wall outlets used in different parts of the world. These plugs and sockets come in different shapes, sizes, voltage and current ratings, connector types, standard names, etc. And mostly, each type is peculiarly used in specific regions. Before we proceed to talk about why there are different types of plugs and power outlets, and why all countries in the world do not use the same type of plugs, have a look at the different types of plugs that exist and some other information about them....

February 4, 2026 · 13 min · 2768 words · Rose Galvin

Run Windows 10 Directly From A Usb Flash

Are you looking for ways to run or boot Windows 10 from USB flash drive? Well, you are at the right place.You can load and run Windows 10 from a USB drive, a handy option when you’re using a computer saddled with an older version of Windows. This page is a detailed step-by-step guide showing you how to install Windows 10 to USB drive. Try it to create a bootable USB flash drive and use it to run Windows 10 on a PC whenever you want....

February 4, 2026 · 12 min · 2493 words · Ana Pettigrew

Safeboda Slashes Prices By 50%; It’s The New Monthly Madness!

It’s the first of June, and under usual circumstances, SafeBoda customers would be in excitement for the monthly promo that rolls out at such a time – the Monthly Madness. The boda-hailing service is delivering something bigger for this month, and it could be better than the previous promotions. Unlike in the past, where only those who load credit from their mobile wallets benefit from the brand’s activations, this time it cuts across to even those that have cash on them....

February 4, 2026 · 12 min · 2346 words · Daisy Rowe

Samsung Announces Galaxy Core 4g, A Budget Lte Phone But Not For Africa

Samsung has announced the Galaxy Core 4G a budget LTE phone for those who desire high speeds and not necessarily performance. Samsung claims to have designed the Core 4G to offer users an optimized and enhanced performance, a premium design and a wealth of innovative smart features made popular by flagship Galaxy devices. The Core 4G features a 1.2 Ghz Dual Core Processor with 1GB RAM and 8GB internal room, a 4....

February 4, 2026 · 11 min · 2156 words · Noah Hicks

Samsung Announces The Galaxy S21 Fe: Here’s What We Know

When Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S20 FE (Fans Edition) in 2020, one of the major talking points and highlight was its pricing – it is a cheaper version of the flagship Samsung Galaxy S20 (at $700), even though it came with lower specifications. At the time, it was called the best bargain flagship smartphone. Fast forward to 2022 and Samsung have announced the Fans Edition (FE) of the Galaxy S21. We were, however, surprised that it comes with the same price tag ($700) as its predecessor, the Galaxy S20 FE....

February 4, 2026 · 11 min · 2315 words · Alana Debord

Samsung Galaxy F22

Samsung has been active in the mid-range and low budget smartphone market in India and Africa most especially. Following the recent release of the Galaxy A22, Samsung has decided to follow it up with a similar release which is just about the same as the former even up to the name – Galaxy F22. The only way to tell these two apart is by the patterned rear back of the Samsung Galaxy F22 and the bigger battery....

February 4, 2026 · 11 min · 2330 words · Francis Viggiano

Samsung Galaxy Fit 3: Finally, A Decent Fitness Tracker From Samsung

Samsung is no stranger to smart wearable users and enthusiasts, despite this segment being heavily dominated by players like Xiaomi with their Smart Band series and the Huawei Bands. Others like Amazfit and Fitbit also enjoy a decent share of the market but Samsung seems to have focused on the premium smartwatch segment for a while. Of course, we have the Samsung Fit from 2019 and the Galaxy Fit 2 (2020) from the height of COVID but these were overpriced in comparison to the competition and didn’t look as pretty, at least for me....

February 4, 2026 · 13 min · 2622 words · Leslie Labrie

Samsung Galaxy S23 Launch: What’s New?

It looks like the Samsung Galaxy S23 would be the first major flagship smartphone we will see in 2023. Samsung is getting ready for its first unpacked event of the year, and it is expected that the Galaxy S23 series will be unveiled at the event. When the Galaxy S22 launched months ago, three models (The base S22, the S22 Plus, and the Galaxy S22 Ultra) featured in that series. And it is expected that Samsung will maintain the same pattern this year with the Galaxy S23....

February 4, 2026 · 12 min · 2461 words · Shawn Everett

Samsung Galaxy S8 And S8+ Prices In Uganda

If you really want to knock yourself out with a premium smartphone, then the Galaxy S8 and the S8+ are one of your choices. Released early this year, the S8 exemplifies what a high-end Android smartphone should look like. The S8 is equipped with an octacore Exynos processor, 4 GB RAM, 64 GB of internal memory, 12MP camera and Non-removable Li-Ion 3000 mAh battery, this Android 7.0 (Nougat) device is a viable candidate for busy executives or super geeks who want to be on the bleeding edge of mobile technology....

February 4, 2026 · 11 min · 2236 words · Saul Ayers

Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Vs Galaxy Tab S9: Should Your Upgrade?

If you reading this, then means you either own the Galaxy Tab S8 or Tab S7 and you’re looking to upgrade to the new Galaxy Tab S9, or maybe you are considering getting your first Galaxy tablet . With the unveiling of the new Galaxy tablet, you might struggle to decide if buying one is the right decision. In this article, we will tell you everything you need to know about the Galaxy Tab S9, in comparison to the Galaxy Tab S8, and then help you decide if you should upgrade or not....

February 4, 2026 · 12 min · 2441 words · Rene Youngman

Social Media Killed Blogging: For Better Or For Worse? That’s The Wrong Question!

I’ve been an active blogger for 4 years now and I’ve also been following the blogging industry for the past almost 10 years. It’s interesting to see how the online publishing trajectory has been disrupted by new platforms like Social Media. Before the advent of Social Media platforms like Twitter and Facebook, web visitors lived on web forums and commented on stories published on websites or blogs. But all this has changed!...

February 4, 2026 · 14 min · 2801 words · Nancy Peters

Stanbic Bank’s Instant Money Is A Cheaper Alternative To Mobile Money Transfers

The recent moves by government to tax mobile money deposits (later withdrawn) and withdrawals have gotten a bad rap from mobile users. It’s so bad Mobile Money usage dropped by more than half a trillion Shillings following the introduction of tax on the transactions according to Bank of Uganda (BoU). Banks meanwhile are making their silent revenge against the telecoms. They are slowing rolling out agent banking which resembles the mobile money agent network the telecoms have across the country....

February 4, 2026 · 12 min · 2534 words · David Perry

Taxi, Matatus, Danfo: How Do You Call Public Transport Mini

As a new tourist visiting an African country, it might be overwhelming at first. There’s an order to the chaos that is public transport in Africa, whether or not you can see it initially. Public transport comes in all forms, from buses, mini-buses, Toyota HiAce vans, repurposed trucks, and everything in between. A number of countries label them the generic bus or taxi. A taxi might mean the Uber sort of arrangement or a 14-seater mini-van....

February 4, 2026 · 12 min · 2361 words · Jean Rivera

Tecno Camon 18 Premier Released: Specs And Price

Tecno Camon 18 Premier full details have finally appeared on Tecno’s official website and it fits the Tecno Canon 18 Series speculation we had. The new smartphone comes with a nice aesthetically pleasing design and decent specs. A big attraction on the Tecno Camon 18 Premier is the camera and in that aspect mobile videography. On this smartphone, it appears Tecno invested a lot of time to make sure you can shoot nice videos on it....

February 4, 2026 · 13 min · 2754 words · Jeffery Certain

Tecno Spark 10 Devices In Uganda: Everything You Need To Know

Are you looking for an affordable smartphone with great features? The TECNO Spark 10 might just be what you need. This smartphone is designed to offer value for money and comes with several features that make it a great option for users on a budget. In this buying guide, we’ll take a closer look at the TECNO Spark 10 and provide you with everything you need to know before making a purchase....

February 4, 2026 · 16 min · 3285 words · Amy Cowels

Tecno’s Phantom X: Best Phantom Smartphone Yet?

The Phantom series has always been Tecno’s best line of smartphones and the Phantom X is this year’s entry. This is the first Phantom smartphone as a standalone sub-brand for premium mid-range smartphones and you can see the quality upfront by just how well built it is. Unlike the predecessor , you have Corning Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and back of the smartphone and not a glasstic or glossy finish....

February 4, 2026 · 20 min · 4150 words · James Ross

The Day When My Atm Card Failed Me

It was yesterday the 2nd of September when it rained annoyingly for hours never seeming to stop. Worst of all, it started in the evening during rush hour just after 4:45pm when most people start leaving work. I had earlier made an appointment with someone that I was supposed to meet at 6.00pm on 6th street Industrial area. As is the norm in Kampala, when it rains, traffic jam just starts instantaneously....

February 4, 2026 · 15 min · 3017 words · Latonya Hawkins

The Future Of Edtech In Africa

When I was in elementary school, there was a controversy about these little devices called calculators. People said,”Oh, kids aren’t going to learn arithmetic!” They turned out to be true although students could probably add and subtract but doing long division was a long lost skill. The calculators didn’t go. The perception of education, since that disruption, has never been the same. In Africa, education accounts for the majority 35% of Africa’s middle class....

February 4, 2026 · 14 min · 2924 words · Jennifer Cheatom

The Hdmi Forum Announces Hdmi 2.2 With Bandwidth Of Up To 96 Gbps

At CES 2025, HDMI Forum, Inc. unveiled Version 2.2 of the HDMI Specification, marking a major milestone in display and connectivity technology. With a focus on delivering advanced features for immersive experiences and professional applications, HDMI 2.2 pushes the boundaries of what modern displays can achieve. Key Features of HDMI 2.2 Increased Bandwidth to 96Gbps HDMI 2.2 introduces an impressive 96 Gbps bandwidth, enabling higher resolutions and refresh rates. This upgrade supports demanding applications, including: AR/VR/MR : Enhanced visuals for augmented, virtual, and mixed reality setups....

February 4, 2026 · 12 min · 2420 words · Danny Jones

The Infinix Uganda Fans’ Meeting Is This Weekend. Here Is How You Can Attend.

Infinix Mobile has not been on the market for so long, but everyone that owns the brand’s device will give you a love story that won’t leave you the same. The unique features that come along a beatable price tag have championed the growth of a now huge smartphone family. It is on this note that Infinix Uganda is holding a fans’ meeting, to uncover the depths of its latest devices....

February 4, 2026 · 11 min · 2197 words · Audrey Pearson